FDA Label for Antacid
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Antacid Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Rij Pharmaceutical Corporation. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Active Ingredients (In Each 5 Ml) (One Teaspoonful)
Aluminum Hydroxide (Equi. to Dried Gel, USP) 225 mg
Magnesium Hydroxide 200 mg
Simethicone 25 mg
Purpose
Antacid
Antigas
Uses
relieves
• heartburn• acid indigestion• sour stomach• associated symptoms of gas and upset stomach• pressure and bloating commonly referred to as gas
Warnings
Do not take more than 12 teaspoonfuls in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosgae for more than 2 weeks. Except under the advise and supervision of a physician.
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
• kidney disease• a magnesium-restricted diet
Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are
taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
symptoms last for more than 2 weeks
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
• shake well before each use• Adults and children 12 years and older, take 2 to 4 teaspoonsful between meals, at bedtime or as directed by a physician• do not take more than 12 teaspoonsful in 24 or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks• Children under 12 years: consult a physician
Other Information
• TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BREAKAWAY BAND ON CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING• Store at room temperature 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F)• keep tightly closed• protect from freezing• each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: magnesium 83 mg• each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: sodium 1 mg• does not meet USP requirements for preservative effectiveness
Inactive Ingredients
flavors, hypromellose, parabens, saccharin, sodium hypochlorite, sorbitol, water and xanthan gum
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